PEABODY — Change is on the horizon for Peabody, as it will swear in its newly elected leaders Monday, Jan. 5 … [Read more...] about Peabody inauguration set for Monday
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Lynnfield sets election dates
Amanda LureyLYNNFIELD — The Town has announced the key dates for its 2026 elections. Lynnfield’s annual town election … [Read more...] about Lynnfield sets election dates
Peabody Board approves body piercing permit
Amanda LureyPEABODY — The Board of Health recently held a hearing to discuss Christina Bowden’s application for a permit … [Read more...] about Peabody Board approves body piercing permit
Crighton on the road ahead for transportation policy
For the ItemAs the first year of the legislative session comes to a close, Sen. Brendan Crighton, co-chair of the Joint … [Read more...] about Crighton on the road ahead for transportation policy
Start of mayor’s second term highlights Lynn inauguration
Paul HalloranLYNN — Mayor Jared C. Nicholson will officially begin his second four-year term when he takes the oath of … [Read more...] about Start of mayor’s second term highlights Lynn inauguration
Mayor Nicholson reflects on 2025 wins
Jackie MannoLYNN — As Mayor Jared Nicholson prepares to enter his second term, he highlighted key milestones that he and … [Read more...] about Mayor Nicholson reflects on 2025 wins
Peabody Council says goodbye to Gould, McGinn, and Melville
Amanda LureyPEABODY — At the last City Council meeting of the year, some goodbyes and thank yous were in … [Read more...] about Peabody Council says goodbye to Gould, McGinn, and Melville
Lynn Planning Department proposes zoning changes
Jackie MannoLYNN — City Council unanimously voted to approve several amendments to the City’s inclusionary zoning … [Read more...] about Lynn Planning Department proposes zoning changes
Peabody plans to increase taxes in FY26
Amanda LureyPEABODY — The City is preparing to increase residential taxes by an average of $415 during Fiscal Year 2026, … [Read more...] about Peabody plans to increase taxes in FY26
Lynn talks youth employment goals
Jackie MannoLYNN — Mayor Jared Nicholson, Lynn Community Health Center CEO Brenda Rodriguez, MassHire North Shore … [Read more...] about Lynn talks youth employment goals
Mayor details city priorities
Jackie MannoLYNN — Mayor Jared Nicholson shared upcoming priorities for the city at a government affairs meeting on … [Read more...] about Mayor details city priorities
Board of Health says goodbye to chairman
Jackie MannoLYNN — Board of Health Chairman Ron Dupuis is retiring from his position after 30 years of service. Dupuis … [Read more...] about Board of Health says goodbye to chairman
Castellanos reelected SEIU 509 trustee
Jackie MannoLYNN — School Committee member Brian Castellanos has secured a second term as a statewide trustee for SEIU … [Read more...] about Castellanos reelected SEIU 509 trustee
Bill to protect transit workers from assault passed
Jackie MannoBOSTON - Governor Healey signed the bill “An Act relative to assault and battery upon a transit worker” into … [Read more...] about Bill to protect transit workers from assault passed
Lynn to form urban renewal authority
Jackie MannoLYNN — The City Council unanimously voted to approve the establishment of a redevelopment authority to … [Read more...] about Lynn to form urban renewal authority
Lynn Conservation Commission holds WPA enforcement order hearing
Chris Carrigan BrollyLYNN — During the Lynn Conservation Commission meeting on Tuesday, Commissioner Mike Toomey stepped out of his … [Read more...] about Lynn Conservation Commission holds WPA enforcement order hearing
124,000 sign rent-control petition
Jackie MannoLYNN — The Keep Massachusetts Home rent control ballot campaign has exceeded its signature goal, qualifying … [Read more...] about 124,000 sign rent-control petition
Lynnfield ConCom discusses Village Parklets
Chris Carrigan BrollyLYNNFIELD – The Conservation Commission discussed the Gold Star Project, including an expansion to include … [Read more...] about Lynnfield ConCom discusses Village Parklets
New signage to guide Lynn visitors
Jackie MannoLYNN — The Planning Department is moving forward with an initiative to install wayfinding signage near … [Read more...] about New signage to guide Lynn visitors
Win or lose, candidates reflect on Lynn election
Jackie MannoLYNN — Councilor-at-Large, Ward Councilor, and School Committee candidates are reflecting on their campaigns … [Read more...] about Win or lose, candidates reflect on Lynn election

















